Turkmenistan briefs Pakistani media on energy cooperation, TAPI gas pipeline and TAP power line
On 6 November, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan held a briefing for Pakistani media. This is reported on the official website of the State Concern “Turkmennebit”. The discussion focused on the prospects for the TAPI (Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India) gas pipeline and the TAP (Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan) power transmission line project, on expanding energy cooperation, and on further developing ties between Turkmenistan and Pakistan.
Participants heard about the country’s major political, economic and cultural achievements and the main events of the year in which Turkmenistan marks the 35th anniversary of its independence. The significance of the international events Turkmenistan hosted this year was also discussed.
The briefing paid particular attention to the high-level state and international events held in Ashgabat and in the Avaza National Tourist Zone. Speakers noted their importance for advancing regional dialogue, strengthening peace and stability, promoting sustainable development, expanding energy cooperation and improving connections between transport and transit corridors. They stressed that these events are clear evidence of Turkmenistan’s growing international standing.
The briefing also focused on the latest session of the Halk Maslahaty (People’s Council) of Turkmenistan, described as an event of national importance in the life of the Turkmen people. The session reviewed key domestic and foreign policy issues and set priorities for the country’s further development. It also set tasks to raise living standards, support the younger generation and keep working toward the country’s continued prosperity.
In addition, speakers outlined the prospects for major joint projects of regional significance, including the TAPI (Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India) gas pipeline and the TAP (Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan) power transmission line, as well as the development of transport and telecommunications infrastructure.
The Pakistani journalists thanked the Embassy for organizing the briefing so well and for the detailed information. They highlighted the importance of the international events held in Turkmenistan and their role in advancing initiatives that strengthen regional dialogue, broaden multilateral cooperation and support peace, stability and sustainable development.
The briefing was described as a valuable opportunity for the Pakistani public to learn about Turkmenistan’s foreign policy initiatives, its contribution to regional cooperation and the strong potential for further strengthening friendly, mutually beneficial relations between the two countries.
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